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Holiday Care Assistant: Community SupportHealthcare of New Zealand • New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand
Holiday Care Assistant : Community Support

Holiday Care Assistant : Community Support

Healthcare of New Zealand • New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand
3 days ago
Job description

Join Our Team as a Christmas Casual Support Worker!

HealthCare NZ is a leading provider of in-home and community-based health, rehabilitation, nursing, mental health, and disability support services.

This holiday season, we’re looking for empathetic, passionate, and motivated Support Workers to join our Community team around Hawera and make a real difference in people’s lives.

What You’ll Get :

  • Competitive pay : $23.97 – $29.68 per hour
  • Work phone & perks like discounted Southern Cross Health Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support
  • Exclusive discounts on Samsung products

What You’ll Do :

Help clients live fulfilling lives through practical and emotional support, including :

  • Meal preparation
  • Community outings & integration
  • Medication support
  • Personal care (showering, toileting, etc.)
  • Manual handling & hoist transfers
  • Home management tasks
  • What We’re Looking For :

  • A positive attitude & genuine desire to help others
  • Previous healthcare or caregiving experience (preferred but not essential)
  • Great communication skills & flexibility to work alternate weekends
  • Healthcare qualifications (advantageous)
  • Full NZ driver’s licence & reliable transport (most roles)
  • Ready to Make a Difference This Christmas?

    Apply now and bring joy to those who need it most!

    Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand and be willing to undergo police vetting and other checks.

    Reference # 36845

    Posted on 20 Nov 2025

    Closes on 14 Dec : 00

    Location(s) New Plymouth branch area

    Expertise Client Services (General), Aged Care, Child & Youth Care, Home Support, Mental Health & Wellness

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